Laid-off Bandcamp workers are asking for help
December 1st marks one of the first Bandcamp Fridays since new owner Songtradr took control of the popular indie music marketplace. As it has since March 2020, Bandcamp will waive its. Continue reading
What are the Top 10 Music Markets in the world?
All music is now global, thanks to streaming and social media. With that in mind, this week’s Hypebot Flashback Friday resurfaces a top 10 country list we first published earlier. Continue reading
How to make money with Direct Music Downloads
Tired of getting paid cents for your streams? Learn about the fan-to-artist income and support that comes with direct music downloads. by Janelle Borg of Amplify You In an increasingly. Continue reading
The benefits of Spotify re-positioning its two-tier licensing [Mark Mulligan of MIDiA]
Spotify’s new licensing changes are said to bring multiple benefits to the streaming platform like preventing fraud, sifting through extra noise on the app, and more. Mark Mulligan of MIDiA. Continue reading
Meet 3 Up and Coming Women in Hip Hop
In celebration of Rising Women across all genres and styles of music and Hip Hop History Month, we’re shining a spotlight on Rising Women in Hip Hop! by ALEJANDRA ORELLANA. Continue reading
Sheryl Crow, Peter Frampton, Kevin Bacon to headline Artist For Action concert
Artist For Action To Prevent Gun Violence is bringing together an eclectic mix of musicians for a concert to celebrate the release of “A Father’s Promise,” the film that led. Continue reading
Musician’s Guide to Investors: Angels, Labels, Grants, Crowdfunding & More
Don’t let money be the wall that keeps you from chasing your dreams. This guide covers multiple types of music investors and investments that could support your upcoming career. by. Continue reading
How to help a release succeed on YouTube
Once you’ve released your latest banger on YouTube, the hard work doesn’t end there. The steps you take post-release day are just as important as all the prep you did. Continue reading
EU Labels, Artists want to stop Radio Royalties from going to US acts
European artists and labels are battling a court ruling that pays US performers when their music is played on the radio there. The judgment reverses longstanding reciprocity since US radio. Continue reading
Weird Al’s Spotify Wrapped mocks payouts: ‘Thanks for the sandwich!’
Weird Al Yankovic has used his personalized Spotify Wrapped 2023 video to fans to take a swipe at the size of the checks he receives from Spotify. After thanking his. Continue reading
Last Day to update Bandsintown For Artist accounts before High Notes 2023
Today, Thursday, November 30th is the last day to update your free Bandsintown For Artist account before the release of Bandsintown High Notes. This personalized shareable graphic revisits an artist’s. Continue reading
